# Connecting to Your CS:2 Server: A Step-by-Step Guide

Congratulations on setting up your Counter-Strike 2 (CS:2) server with PingPlayers! Now that your server is live, it’s time to connect and start playing. If you’re new to this, don’t worry—we’re here to guide you through the process step by step.

Step 1: Find Your Server's IP Address and Port

Before you can connect to your server, you need to know its IP address and port number. Here’s how to find that information on the PingPlayers website:

1. Log in to Your PingPlayers Account:
Go to the [PingPlayers.com](https://www.pingplayers.com) website and log in using the credentials you created when signing up.

2. Navigate to Your Game Server:
Once you’re logged in, head to the ‘Game Servers’ section of your account dashboard.

3. Locate Your CS:2 Server:
Look for the server you set up. You should see a list of your servers.

4. Find the IP Address and Port (You can skip this step if you already found your server IP and port):
Click on the server name to access more details about it. Here, you will find your server’s IP address and port displayed clearly. The format typically looks like this: `123.456.789.101:27015`. In this example, `123.456.789.101` is the IP address and `27015` is the port.

Step 2: Open Counter-Strike 2

Now that you have the IP address and port, let’s launch CS:2.

1. Start CS:2:
Open the game on your computer.

2. Go to the Main Menu:
Wait for the main interface to load completely.

Step 3: Connect to Your Server

Once you're in the game, follow these steps to connect to your server using the IP address and port:

1. Open the Console:
Press the `~` key (usually located below the `Esc` key on your keyboard) to open the console. If the console doesn’t appear, make sure it is enabled in your game settings. You can enable it by going to `Settings > Game > Enable Developer Console`, then set it to `Yes`.

2. Type the Connection Command:
In the console, you’ll need to type the command to connect to your server. The syntax is:
```
connect <IPAddress:Port>
```
For example, if your server's IP is `123.456.789.101` and the port is `27015`, you’ll input:
```
connect 123.456.789.101:27015
```

3. Press Enter:
Hit `Enter` on your keyboard. This command will initiate the connection to your server.

Step 4: Enjoy the Game!

Once you’ve entered the command, the game will attempt to connect you to your server. If successful, you should be taken to your custom server where you can join your friends and start playing!

Troubleshooting Tips

- Server Not Responding: If you get a message that the server is not responding, it might be offline. Double-check your server status in the PingPlayers dashboard. Make sure the server is finished being set up, as well.

- Incorrect IP/Port: Ensure you typed the IP and port correctly in the connect command.

Conclusion

You’re all set up to enjoy your very own CS:2 server! Connecting might seem daunting at first, but with these steps, you should have no trouble getting into your game. Feel free to reach out to PingPlayers’ support team if you have any more questions. Happy gaming!